RFBAQ - Rural Fire Brigades Association Queensland Inc

05/11/2026

Fantastic support for Rural Fire Brigades

This week Queenslanders have donated $4,595 in Brigade Specific Donations (BSDs). (100% of the BSD money goes to the specified brigade and you get a tax deductible receipt)

If you have a brigade you love and would like to make them a tax deductible donation, here is a quick, easy and online way to do it - https://www.rfbaq.org/donate-to-a-brigade

Money is tight, so it is a huge thankyou to everyone who has donated to their local Rural Fire Brigades.
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Brigade Specific Donation, BSD – 100% of the money goes to the specified brigade and you get a tax deductible receipt. BSDs are deposited to brigades every week.
https://www.rfbaq.org/donate-to-a-brigade
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Donation to the RFBAQ – tax deductible donation goes towards hardship grants, buying equipment for brigades, supporting brigade members and advocating for better support from government.
https://www.rfbaq.org/donate-to-rfbaq
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Buy an Art Union ticket, and you might win a new car or a fabulous consolation prize.
https://www.rfbaq.org/support-us
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Here is a list of grants and support supplied to Rural Fire Brigades and brigade members by the RFBAQ. Over $6 million in the last 7 years.
https://www.rfbaq.org/previous-grants
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The RFBAQ is an association that exists to service its membership, which is all Rural Fire Brigades in Queensland.

The objects for which the Association is established are: -
1. To consider and make representation in matters affecting the welfare and efficiency of Rural Fire Brigades and Brigade Members.
2. To provide financial assistance and support to Rural Fire Brigades and their Brigade Members.

Link to RFBAQ constitution - https://www.rfbaq.org/constitution

03/11/2026

🔥 Firefighters are continuing to monitor several blazes across north-west Queensland following lightning storms.

📍 Kynuna: A grassfire near Four Mile Creek, about seven kilometres north of town, has burnt through around 1,000 acres. Firefighters established firebreaks overnight, and the warning has since been downgraded to Advice level. Residents are being told to stay informed.

📍 Julia Creek and Taldora: Two other fires are under control, with crews continuing to monitor conditions.

📍 Richmond: A prime mover caught fire after leaving the Flinders Highway early Wednesday morning. Firefighters extinguished the blaze around 5am.

📍 Lake Moondarra: A lightning-sparked grassfire on Monday evening prompted the closure of the lake and R48 Reserve. Seven crews initially responded before the blaze was contained.

— 11.30 AM Wednesday November 4

✅ Mount Isa Water Board has reopened the Lake Moondarra park area within R48 Reserve for public recreation, but urge visions to remain cautious.

👉 Visitors are warned to keep clear of burnt areas and visible smoke, drive cautiously, limit smoke exposure, and observe signs and barriers.

🔗 For the latest fire warnings and incidents: Current warnings and incidents

More on this, and today's other LOCAL NEWS
👉 https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-11-04/north-west-queensland-local-news-briefing/107343968

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01/11/2026

🔥⚡ Lightning strikes have sparked an increase in bushfires across the North West, while recent rainfall has provided temporary relief from the heightened fire risk.

🌱 Townsville Zone Fire Commander Jared Olivero said a strong wet season followed by a dry winter has left heavy grass fuel loads across the region, contributing to an earlier start to the fire season.

💬 Mr Olivero said firefighters are closely monitoring remote areas for lightning-sparked fires.

"It's a big risk for us, because they're very unpredictable, and quite often they can be in locations that aren't well-populated," he said.

"So we've got to be keeping an eye on our mapping and things like that to see where fires are kicking off."

👉 If you see a fire in your region, call emergency services as soon as possible.

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01/11/2026

30/10/2026

30/10/2026

Teamwork makes the dream work 💪

A great team effort getting on top of a fire that continued over a few days which originated from a baler fire in Paddy’s Green.

29/10/2026

Fantastic support for Rural Fire Brigades

This week Queenslanders have donated $2,260 in Brigade Specific Donations (BSDs). (100% of the BSD money goes to the specified brigade and you get a tax deductible receipt)

If you have a brigade you love and would like to make them a tax deductible donation, here is a quick, easy and online way to do it - https://www.rfbaq.org/donate-to-a-brigade

Money is tight, so it is a huge thankyou to everyone who has donated to their local Rural Fire Brigades.
--
Brigade Specific Donation, BSD – 100% of the money goes to the specified brigade and you get a tax deductible receipt. BSDs are deposited to brigades every week.
https://www.rfbaq.org/donate-to-a-brigade
--
Donation to the RFBAQ – tax deductible donation goes towards hardship grants, buying equipment for brigades, supporting brigade members and advocating for better support from government.
https://www.rfbaq.org/donate-to-rfbaq
--
Buy an Art Union ticket, and you might win a new car or a fabulous consolation prize.
https://www.rfbaq.org/support-us
--
Here is a list of grants and support supplied to Rural Fire Brigades and brigade members by the RFBAQ. Over $6 million in the last 7 years.
https://www.rfbaq.org/previous-grants
--
The RFBAQ is an association that exists to service its membership, which is all Rural Fire Brigades in Queensland.

The objects for which the Association is established are: -
1. To consider and make representation in matters affecting the welfare and efficiency of Rural Fire Brigades and Brigade Members.
2. To provide financial assistance and support to Rural Fire Brigades and their Brigade Members.

Link to RFBAQ constitution - https://www.rfbaq.org/constitution

26/10/2026

Hardship Grant of $4,000 to a brigade member in RFSQ South Coast Area.

We extend the condolences of the RFBAQ Representatives and staff to the firefighter’s family and brigade for their loss.
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All funding for the RFBAQ comes from the generosity of the people of Queensland.
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The RFBAQ is an association that exists to service its membership, which is all Rural Fire Brigades in Queensland.

The objects for which the Association is established are: -

-To consider and make representation in matters affecting the welfare and efficiency of Rural Fire Brigades and Brigade Members.

-To provide financial assistance and support to Rural Fire Brigades and their Brigade Members.

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Here is a list of grants and support supplied to Rural Fire Brigades and brigade members by the RFBAQ.
https://www.rfbaq.org/previous-grants

22/10/2026

Fantastic support for Rural Fire Brigades

This week Queenslanders have donated $1,410 in Brigade Specific Donations (BSDs). (100% of the BSD money goes to the specified brigade and you get a tax deductible receipt)

If you have a brigade you love and would like to make them a tax deductible donation, here is a quick, easy and online way to do it - https://www.rfbaq.org/donate-to-a-brigade

Money is tight, so it is a huge thankyou to everyone who has donated to their local Rural Fire Brigades.
--
Brigade Specific Donation, BSD – 100% of the money goes to the specified brigade and you get a tax deductible receipt. BSDs are deposited to brigades every week.
https://www.rfbaq.org/donate-to-a-brigade
--
Donation to the RFBAQ – tax deductible donation goes towards hardship grants, buying equipment for brigades, supporting brigade members and advocating for better support from government.
https://www.rfbaq.org/donate-to-rfbaq
--
Buy an Art Union ticket, and you might win a new car or a fabulous consolation prize.
https://www.rfbaq.org/support-us
--
Here is a list of grants and support supplied to Rural Fire Brigades and brigade members by the RFBAQ. Over $6 million in the last 7 years.
https://www.rfbaq.org/previous-grants
--
The RFBAQ is an association that exists to service its membership, which is all Rural Fire Brigades in Queensland.

The objects for which the Association is established are: -
1. To consider and make representation in matters affecting the welfare and efficiency of Rural Fire Brigades and Brigade Members.
2. To provide financial assistance and support to Rural Fire Brigades and their Brigade Members.

Link to RFBAQ constitution - https://www.rfbaq.org/constitution

20/10/2026